2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 485 kg more than 1989 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Liberty | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
